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United News of India
18 hours ago
- Science
- United News of India
ISRO reflects a successful 2024
Chennai, May 31 (UNI) As the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up for mega launches including Chandrayaan, Gaganyaan and Indo-US Nissar Mission, besides sedning country's first Astronaut to International Space Station (ISS) on board Axiom-4 mission, the Space Agency looked back with pride its ahievements made in 2024. In an update on its website, ISRO said there were five launches from the spaceport of Sriharikota that proved successful that included precise injection of eight Indian spacecrafts, one foreign satellite and six rocket bodies, including POEM 3 and 4. They included PSLV-C58/XPoSat, PSLV-C59/PROBA-3, PSLV-C60/SPADEX docking experimental mission, GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS, and SSLV-D3/EOS-08 mission, all of them successfullyinjected the payloads in their designated orbits. ISRO's GSAT-20 was launched by Falcon-9 Block 5 of SpaceX from Cape Canaveral. TSAT-1A was also launched by Falcon-9. "Consequently, a total of 8 Indian satellites, 1 foreign satellite, and 6 rocket bodies (including POEM-3 and POEM-4) were placed in their intended orbits", It said reflecting back on its achievements of 2024. It said a total of 136 Indian spacecraft, including those from private operators/academic institutions, were launched in Earth-orbit till December 31, 2024. As of that date, the number of operational satellites owned by the Indian government is 22 in LEO (Low Earth Orbit) and 31 in GEO (Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit). In addition, two Indian deep space missions, namely, Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter (CH2O) and Aditya-L1 at Sun-Earth Lagrange's point were also active. The propulsion module of Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft continued to operate in a high Earth orbit (more than 1 lakh km away) after being relocated from its lunar orbit since November 2023. ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan, releasing the Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2024 compiled by ISRO System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management (IS4OM), said the upper stage of PSLV-C3 underwent an accidental break-up in 2001 and generated 371 debris. While most of these fragments have re-entered the atmosphere, 41 PSLV-C3 debris were still in orbit by the end of 2024. On Atmospheric re-entry, it said among the intact Indian upper stages, 34 rocket bodies re-entered the Earth's atmosphere till 2024 end, and five of such re-entries took place in 2024. All LVM3 rocket bodies have decayed, only the one from LVM3 M2 OneWeb India- mission remain in orbit. Among GSLV rocket bodies, only GSLV-F12 and GSLV-F14 rocket bodies are in orbit. A total of 31 Indian satellites have re-entered the atmosphere till the end of 2024. In the year 2024 alone, 9 Indian satellites re-entered the atmosphere. Among them was Cartosat-2 which re-entered the atmosphere on February 14, 2024, the first-ever LEO satellite of ISRO to be de-orbited at end-of-life to reduce its post-mission orbital life from more than 30 to less than 4 years. MORE UNI GV 0620
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Science
- Hans India
Over 7,200 tests have been completed, says ISRO chief
New Delhi:Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chief V. Narayanan has said that 7,200 space mission tests have been completed as of now and 3,000 others are still pending by the Indian space agency, highlighting the importance of year 2025, which has been declared the 'Gaganyaan' year. 'This year is a very important year for us. We have declared it Gaganyaan year. Before sending the humans, we have planned three uncrewed missions and the first uncrewed mission is planned this year... Till date, more than 7,200 tests have been completed and about 3,000 tests are pending, work is going on 24 hours,' he said. '...As you are aware, this year we had major achievements and accomplishments. On January 6, we rolled out one year's worth of scientific data collected by the Aditya L1 spacecraft. You are all aware that Aditya L1 is one of its kind, and India is one of the four countries to have placed a satellite for studying the Sun. A vast wealth of scientific data was released to the scientific community on January 6. And on January 16, we had another very important and major accomplishment...,' the ISRO Chief told IANS. The Gaganyaan Programme, approved in December 2018, envisages human spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and establishing technologies required for a long-term Indian human space exploration endeavour. V. Narayanan expressed his happiness over the completion of SpaDeX mission. He asserted that ISRO 'accounted for ten kilos of fuel to do this mission'. He also told that a number of missions are planned in 2025 which includes a NASAISRO synthetic aperture radar satellite, which will be launched by India's own launch vehicle. 'Today, we are happy to report that the SpaDeX mission has been successfully completed. We accounted ten kilos of fuel to do this mission, but we did it with only half the fuel and the rest of the fuel is available, and in the coming months, you will hear that a lot of experiments are planned... This year, a number of important missions are planned and there is going to be a NASA-ISRO synthetic aperture radar satellite and it will be launched by our own launch vehicle and we are going to have a commercial mission and a communication satellite for commercial aspects, which we are going to launch', he added. According to ISRO's official website, the SpaDex mission is a cost-effective technology demonstrator mission that uses two small spacecraft launched by PSLV to demonstrate in-space docking. The ISRO chief said that by December 2025, the first uncrewed mission to be called as 'Vyommitra', followed by two uncrewed missions, will be launched by ISRO. In contrast, the organisation targets the first human space flight by the first quarter of 2027. 'By December this year, there will be the first uncrewed mission, followed by two uncrewed missions, and we are targeting the first human space flight by the first quarter of 2027. In fact, almost every month this year, a launch is scheduled. The first uncrewed mission with a robot called 'Vyommitra' will be launched by the end of this year,' V. Narayanan told reporters.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Science
- Time of India
ISRO chief announces 2025 as ‘Gaganyaan Year' with first mission featuring Vyommitra robot to launch in December
ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan made a historic announcement, declaring 2025 the 'Gaganyaan Year' as India enters a new era of human spaceflight aspirations. Addressing a function in Kolkata, Narayanan projected ISRO's aggressive agenda for the next few years, comprising several human and robotic missions, a space station, and historic international collaborations. With the announcement, ISRO has solidified its emphasis on manned spaceflight, scientific exploration, international cooperation, and national development. The intended missions and innovations not only represent India's technical prowess but also show that it is serious about becoming a global leader in space exploration. From the Moon to man, and from spy satellites to a national space station, ISRO's ambitious design confirms India's leadership in 21st-century space science. ISRO prepares for historic Gaganyaan mission set for December 2025 launch Dr. Narayanan reinforced that the maiden Gaganyaan uncrewed mission will take place in December 2025 with a humanoid robot, Vyommitra. It will be the first of three planned uncrewed missions that will pave the way for India's maiden human spaceflight, now expected in early 2027. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like local network access control Esseps Learn More Undo 'This year is very important for us. We have declared it Gaganyaan Year. Till date, more than 7,200 tests have been completed, and about 3,000 tests are pending. Work is going on 24 hours a day,' said the ISRO chief. He also revealed that launches are planned almost every month this year, underscoring the intensity and scale of ISRO's spaceflight preparation. ISRO plans Chandrayaan-4 sample return and Chandrayaan-5 mission ISRO is also working on furthering its lunar exploration program. Dr. Narayanan provided information about Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5, the future missions to further India's knowledge of the Moon. Chandrayaan-5 is a joint mission with Japan and includes a 6,400 kg lander and a 350 kg rover, an improvement over the 25 kg 'Pragyan' rover employed during Chandrayaan-3. The mission will be operational on the surface of the Moon for 100 days, with a focus on in-depth scientific research. "Chandrayaan-5 will significantly augment the scientific capability of the mission with international collaboration," Narayanan added. In turn, Chandrayaan-4, slated to blast off within 2.5 years, will seek to bring back lunar soil samples to India—a first in the Indian space programme. In a giant step in space science, Dr. Narayanan announced that ISRO is setting the stage for putting in orbit its own Indian space station, which is expected to have a mass of more than 50 tonnes. The station will be a permanent orbital facility for long-duration microgravity experiments and verification of critical technologies. With it in operation, India will become a member of a select few in having indigenous space station capability. This step aims to enhance India's global position in space research and promote international scientific collaboration. ISRO's satellite network aids security while planning India's first crewed mission ISRO currently has 57 operational satellites that are providing crucial real-time information for disaster management, agriculture, education, weather forecasting, and remote connectivity. Gaganyaan is not only a mission but also an icon of India joining the select group of human spaceflight nations. With successful operation, it will form the bedrock of future crewed deep-space flights. After the three unmanned missions, ISRO plans to send its first manned mission by the first quarter of 2027. This will be a significant technological and strategic breakthrough, encouraging innovation and inspiring a new generation of Indian engineers and scientists. In his address, made on the 253rd birth anniversary of social reformer Raja Rammohan Roy, Narayanan related scientific progress with societal advancement. He paid a rich tribute to Roy's memory and brought into focus the critical role of Indian women scientists in ISRO's success. Their increasing involvement in space missions reflects ISRO's emphasis on gender diversity and inclusive innovation. Also Read | NASA issues emergency alert! Solar storms could leave parts of Earth in the dark
India.com
19-05-2025
- Science
- India.com
Explainer: Why ISRO's PSLV Mission With EOS-9 Satellite Failed And What It Means
New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) faced a rare setback in the early hours of May 18 as its highly anticipated PSLV-C61 mission, the 63rd flight of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), failed to deliver its payload – the EOS-9 satellite – into orbit. The mission took off at 5:59 am from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Initial signs were promising. The rocket cleared the first and second stages of flight successfully – the early benchmarks of any PSLV launch. However, it was during the third stage that a sudden drop in chamber pressure led to an anomaly, effectively ending the mission before the satellite could be placed into its intended orbit. The third stage of the PSLV uses a solid rocket motor, which provides high thrust once the vehicle has exited the dense layers of the atmosphere. In this flight, although ignition occurred as expected, sensors recorded a drop in pressure within the chamber – indicating a failure in the propulsion process. ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan confirmed the technical anomaly and stated that a detailed analysis was already underway. This launch was significant as the PSLV has been a workhorse for ISRO – known for its reliability, having successfully delivered missions like Chandrayaan-1 and Mangalyaan. The failure marks a rare blemish in its otherwise solid track record. It was also ISRO's 101st mission from Sriharikota. Now, both an internal Failure Analysis Committee and an external government-appointed review body are expected to investigate the root cause. These panels typically deliver a comprehensive assessment within weeks, which then guides corrective action for future missions. The payload – Earth Observation Satellite 9 (EOS-9) – was designed for continuous surveillance, including border monitoring, disaster response, urban planning and agricultural management. Of particular importance was its Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), enabling day-and-night, all-weather imaging – a key asset for national security and civil planning. The failed deployment of EOS-9 means a temporary gap in ISRO's remote sensing capabilities. While other satellites, such as Cartosats and radar platforms, remain operational, the unique capabilities of EOS-9 will now be missed. Its replacement, once commissioned, could take years to be developed and launched. The mission had also integrated space sustainability into its design. EOS-9 was equipped with extra fuel to perform a planned de-orbit maneuver at the end of its lifecycle, ensuring it would not contribute to space debris – a growing global concern. Despite the setback, ISRO's long-term record and response mechanisms reflect a strong system built on transparency and technical rigor.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
ETAutoTech Summit 2025 set to shape the future of sustainable mobility and automotive innovation
As the global automotive industry embraces AI, machine learning, and green mobility, ETAuto is bringing back its flagship event — ETAutoTech Summit 2025 . Themed 'Driving Sustainable Pathways for Future Mobility', the sixth edition of the annual summit will take place on June 18–19, 2025, at the Sheraton Grand Bengaluru, Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center. The two-day event will bring together technocrats, policymakers, and global experts to discuss the latest technology trends that are redefining the automotive future — from electrification and connected vehicles to software-defined mobility and sustainable manufacturing. This year's summit will delve into a wide array of topics: Hydrogen, Ethanol, and Ammonia as alternative fuelsNew CAFE norms and emissions complianceApproaches to achieving net-zero goalsAdvancements in infotainment, battery, and display technologiesConnected tech, telematics, ADAS, and autonomous drivingSafety and cybersecurity for software-defined vehicles (SDVs)Evolving powertrain strategies and ER&D localisationThe role of AI, generative AI, and simulation tech in product development Industry Titans in Attendance The much-awaited event will also see the attendance of prominent dignitaries such as Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, Department of Space & Chairman, ISRO; Dr. Pawan Goenka, Chairman, IN-SPACe; Dr. Andy Palmer, Global Auto Industry Veteran & Chairman, InoBat Auto; and Frank Stephenson, renowned automotive designer, among others, who will share their valuable insights into the evolving automotive landscape. Other key industry voices include: Rajendra Petkar, President & CTO, Tata MotorsDr. N. Saravanan, CTO, Ashok LeylandManu Saale, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz R&D IndiaR. Velusamy, President, Automotive Tech & Product Development, M&MMahesh Babu, CEO, Switch MobilityModerated by Arun Malhotra, Industry Expert and Avik Chattopadhyay, Auto Industry Expert and Founder, The Indian School for Design of Automobiles Tech Showcase: 50+ Exhibitors and Cutting-Edge Innovations The summit will also feature a technology exhibition with 50+ exhibitor booths, showcasing next-gen solutions–from electric drivetrains to autonomous vehicle tech. Participants will gain deep insights and firsthand exposure to transformative innovations, breakthrough technologies and emerging trends that are shaping the industry. So, join us for this trend-defining event that aims to drive dialogue, collaboration, and action towards a smarter, cleaner, and more resilient mobility future. Don't miss out — register now at:
